Here is the knowledge about LCM and instruction on how to reset LCM module by usingBMW ICOM A2 EDIABAS software. The Light Control Module (LCM) is an important component of a vehicle because it controls all of the car’s lights, as well as the horn function.

What functions are controlled by the LCM?

LCM controls all of the lights on the vehicle, including headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, fog lights and hazard lights. Whether you are noticing issues with a specific light, or with sets of lights, such as high beams, low beams, or parking lights, My Auto Solutions can locate the issue within your LCM and provide a fix to get you safely back on the road.

How to Tell if your LCM is Broken?

There are many telltale signs of a malfunctioning LCM. If you notice any of the following problems, you may have a faulty Light Control Module in need of repair.

-Headlights do not turn on or are intermittent

-Certain or all taillights have stopped working

-Brake lights no longer function or are intermittent

-Turn signals do not blink or blink too quickly

-Emergency hazard lights do not blink or blink too quickly

-Dashboard does not illuminate

How to reset LCM module of BMW E60 2006? (customer share)

You need ICOM A2 software EDIABAS tool32 (it comes with INPA)
You need to find out which bulb has triggered the short circuit counter
Run the job “status_lampen_kurzschluss” and this will show which bulbs are triggered with a 1, all other bulbs will show 0

Once you know the bulb, look up the bulb number in the Tabellen-info window, look for the LAMPNRTEXTE- it’ll look like this